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For capturing electric guitar there just aren't any mic combination more universally used than a Royer 121 ribbon mic, and a Shure SM57 dynamic mic. The 121, Hears things the way your ears hear them due to it's flat frequency response. And the back of the Royer R-121 is brighter than the front, useful for acoustics, vocals, and other sources that you may need a little more top end. And what can't be said about the SM57? It's used on every sound source imaginable, and it's built to withstand a lifetime of serious abuse. Royer 121 Ribbon Mic and Shure SM57 Dynamic Mic Package at a Glance:
- Royer 121 ribbon mic
- Shure SM57 dynamic mic
- Packaged with two high-quality mic stands and cables
Royer 121 ribbon mic Royer ribbon microphones are simply wonderful! Here at Sweetwater, many of our Sales Engineers own and use these microphones due to their flexibility and versatility. The R-121 is a Sweetwater best-seller and hundreds of our customers agree that you can use it on everything from guitar amps and percussion to woodwind and acoustic instruments. Vocals? You bet. The R-121 is a wonderful studio must-have whether you're looking for just one microphone to do it all, or another flavor to add to your locker. Shure SM57 dynamic mic Pick up a Shure SM57, and you've got a great dynamic microphone for life. Accounts of its heroic toughness lie at the center of countless music-industry legends, most of which are perfectly true. What's also true about the SM57 is that it sounds great on a wide variety of sources. Probably more than 90% of the snare drums and a good chunk of the guitar cabinets and vocal tracks recorded in the last several decades owe their sound to the SM57. Pick one up, and you'll find out why more live sound professionals and seasoned studio engineers swear by the Shure SM57 than any microphone on the planet. Packaged with two high-quality mic stands and cables It really doesn't matter how good of microphones you're using if you don't have a good way of hooking them up to your system. That's why Sweetwater put together this incredible package, which includes two durable K&M boom microphone stands, and two True North XLR cables. Accessories can sometimes be overlooked when purchasing audio equipment. But Sweetwater has got your back with this awesome microphone package. Royer 121 Ribbon Mic and Shure SM57 Dynamic Mic Package Features:
- Ribbon and dynamic microphone package
- Royer 121 ribbon mic
- Figure-8 polar pattern
- High SPL Capabilities
- Flat and clear EQ response
- Shure SM57 dynamic mic
- Presence peak brings out clarity
- Super durable
- Tight cardioid pattern rejects off-axis noise
Make the classic tone your own with the R121 and SM57 mic package.
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Save $132.98 with this bundle. Here's what you get!
Royer R-121 Studio Ribbon Microphone
Sells separately for $1,599.00The flexibility and versatility of the Royer R-121 ribbon microphone are two significant reasons why it remains a perennial best-seller here at Sweetwater. Indeed, recording engineers across the industry have cited the R-121 as a veritable “desert island” microphone that you can use on guitar amps, percussion, woodwind and acoustic instruments, vocals, and just about anything else. Its sound is lusciously natural and smooth in typical ribbon mic fashion, but its high >160dB Max SPL makes it far more applicable than most other mics in that category. Plus, the R-121’s sleek, sophisticated profile makes it easy to place in any space. So, whether you’re looking for a top-shelf all-rounder in the studio or seeking that special ribbon flavor on a wider variety of sound sources, adding the Royer R-121 to your mic locker is sure to get the job done — especially when bundled with the superb RSM-SS1 Sling-Shock shockmount.
Shure SM57 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Sells separately for $109.00When you buy a Shure SM57, you've got a great dynamic microphone for life. Accounts of its heroic toughness lie at the center of countless music-industry legends, most of which are perfectly true. What's also true about the SM57 is that it sounds great on a wide variety of sources. A large percentage of the snare drums, guitar cabinets, and vocal tracks recorded over the last several decades owe their sound to the SM57. Try one, and you'll find out why live sound professionals and seasoned studio engineers swear by the Shure SM57 more than any microphone on the planet.
K&M 259 Low Tripod Mic Stand - Black
Sells separately for $112.99 eachThe K&M 259 microphone boom stand makes it easy to mic low- to mid-height sound sources, while keeping your microphone's position very stable. The 259 stand comes with a handy 2-piece boom arm for accurate positioning, and its foldable legs give it a sturdy, solid base as well as convenient portability. Finished in a durable and classy gray powdercoat, this stand is built to take the rigors of the road and the exacting demands of the studio alike. You'll also appreciate the light weight (4.85 lbs.) of the 259 stand. K&M 259 Short Microphone Boom Stand Features: Finish: Black Height (low to high): 16.7"-25.4" Boom length: 18.5"-30.5" Weight: 4.85 lbs Foldable legs 2-piece boom arm The K&M 259 stand puts your mic where you need it and keeps it there!
True North Microphone Cable - XLRF to XLRM, 20 feet
Sells separately for $99.00 eachEngineered for real-world, high-stakes applications, True North leverages hundreds of years of combined industry experience to deliver cables of unrivaled quality. Every cable is built with pure bare copper wire, delivering 40% greater conductivity than copper-clad aluminum, alongside application-specific EMI/RFI shielding, high-strand-count construction for superior flexibility and durability, machine-terminated pins, silver solder, and kink- and tangle-resistant jackets. Select instrument cables feature G&H connectors with a direct copper-to-copper connection, while most other models are terminated with Neutrik connectors — the trusted industry standard for professional audio. Mission-specific designs, Techflex fan ends, eco-friendly packaging, and a lifetime warranty round out a product line built on the principle of never adding anything that doesn’t meaningfully enhance audio transparency and reliability. Engineered in the USA using US-made wire and sold exclusively at Sweetwater, True North cables are meticulously engineered to meet the uncompromising standards of top touring and recording professionals and discerning hobbyists alike.
